By Dr. Mercola
By Dr. Mercola
Drinking tea, which is a major source of dietary flavonoids, has been linked to higher bone density in observational studies. Flavonoids – antioxidant compounds found in certain fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices – are known for their role in helping to prevent chronic diseases like heart disease and cancer, but new research suggests they may play a significant role in bone health as well.
Elderly women at high risk of fractures who drank three or more cups of flavonoid-rich black tea daily had a significantly lower risk of fracture-related hospitalizations than women who did not.<a class="colorbox" …read more
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